promo

noun

pro·​mo ˈprō-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce promo (audio)
plural promos
Synonyms of promonext
often attributive
: a promotional announcement, blurb, or appearance

Examples of promo in a Sentence

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Aldo keeps turning up in some of 2026’s biggest promo wardrobes. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 Plus, a $10 promo each month on non-restaurant orders. Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 June 2026 The promo comes at a time when consumers are looking for ways to stretch their food budget amid rising costs across the board. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 22 June 2026 Just use promo code FORDAD at checkout. Mike Snider, USA Today, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for promo

Word History

Etymology

short for promotional

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of promo was in 1946

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“Promo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/promo. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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